Fraud Reporting

If you have observed or are aware of fraud committed within Fairfax
County Government, or by anyone doing business with the county, please
call the Fairfax County Fraud Hotline to report any allegations. The
Fraud Hotline number is 703-787-3243 and calls are reviewed and followed
up on by the Internal Audit Office (IAO).

The Fairfax County Fraud Policy defines fraud as "theft or
intentional waste or abuse of county funds, time, or property." The
policy applies to any irregularity or suspected irregularity, involving
not only employees, but also vendors, agents, volunteers, and external
organizations doing business with the county. Investigations into fraud
allegations are performed by the Internal Audit Office in coordination
with other agencies, as appropriate. If there is sufficient evidence to
warrant a criminal investigation, the Fairfax County Police Department
will be contacted by IAO.

When calling the Fraud Hotline voice mailbox, please provide IAO with a
description of the suspicious activity you are reporting, the date of the
occurrence and the date that it came to your attention, along with the
names of the individuals and departments/agencies/organizations involved.
While contact information is voluntary, leaving your name and a telephone
number where we can reach you is often extremely beneficial in assisting
us as we gather information and clarify issues involved.